Direct Support Professional - Evening and Weekend Hours Available

United Cerebral Palsy Association Of Greater Cleveland; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 23,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

United Cerebral Palsy Association Of Greater Cleveland is hiring for an entry level role located at the Main Office in Cleveland, OH. The position offers both full-time and part-time hours with a wage of $17.00–$18.00 per hour.

Responsibilities include direct care, skills training, health monitoring and documentation in ISP plans. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and reliable transportation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or the equivalent is required.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with reliable transportation is required.
• Must be able to lift and assist individuals with disabilities.
• Good writing and math skills for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily living skills training and supportive direct care services to clients as identified in their ISP; eg, meal prep, housekeeping, toileting, bathing, dressing, feeding, medications, shopping, appointments, transport.
• Ensure the safety and well‑being of clients, including shoveling snow to clear walkways.
• Honor the rights and confidentiality of clients, and treat them respectfully.
• Provide input into the team regarding client needs, abilities, wants and desires.
• Ensure client health/medical needs are reported and attended to on a timely basis.
• Develop functional knowledge of DD terminology and participate in training and health maintenance.
• Perform routine housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe living environment.
• Report for work on time, as scheduled and attend trainings.
• Attend staff meetings and supervisory meetings; complete required training annually (CPR, First Aid, DD Med‑Pass).
• Complete incident reports and notify supervisors for unusual incidents; report signs of abuse or neglect.
• Collect data and complete required documentation before going off‑duty and share relevant information with staff.
• Assist in developing positive community awareness and acceptance of persons with disabilities.
• Adhere to all agency policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Valid Ohio driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Level: Entry

Job Location: Main Office - Cleveland, OH 44106

Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time

Education Level: High School

Salary Range: $17.00 - $18.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Any

BASIC FUNCTION

Provide direct physical care and other supportive services to individuals in their home and in the community.

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Provide daily living skills training and supportive direct care services to clients as identified in their Individual Service Plan (ISP); for example, meal preparation, housekeeping, toileting, bathing, dressing, feeding, assisting with or administering medications, shopping, attending appointments, transporting, performing health care related activities, etc.
2. Ensure the safety and well‑being of clients, including shoveling snow to clear walkways.
3. Honor the rights and confidentiality of clients, and treat them respectfully.
4. Provide input into the team regarding client needs, abilities, wants and desires.
5. Ensure client health/medical needs are reported and attended to on a timely basis.
6. Develop functional knowledge of DD, including terminology, and actively participate in skill training, programming, and maintaining physical, mental and emotional health of clients.
7. Perform routine and non‑routine housekeeping duties to maintain a clean, safe and healthy living environment.
8. Report for work on time, as scheduled.
9. Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions. Attend supervisory meetings with manager on request.
10. Attend a minimum of 8 hours of training each year. Maintain all required training and certifications including, but not limited to CPR, First Aid, DD Med‑Pass, etc.
11. Complete incident reports and notify the appropriate person for unusual incidents.
12. Report any major unusual incidents to a supervisor immediately, and call the MUI hotline if there is any doubt the supervisor will perform that duty. Report any signs of abuse, neglect, injuries of unknown origin or questionable activity.
13. Collect data and complete required documentation BEFORE going "off‑duty" and within established guidelines and standards.
14. Provide an adequate report of client needs and relevant information to other staff involved in client service activities.
15. Assist in developing a positive community awareness and acceptance of persons with disabilities.
16. Adhere to all Agency policies, procedures, and regulatory standards.
17. Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or the equivalent.
• Previous experience or educational background in the field of health and human services preferred.
• Possesses a valid Ohio driver’s license with two (2) or less moving violations and has reliable daily transportation.
• Sight and hearing sufficient to successfully complete the responsibilities of the job.
• Writing and math skills sufficient to complete various documents.
• Knowledge of and ability to lift, turn, position and transfer persons with physical disabilities in a safe and comfortable manner. Able to lift 50 pounds or more safely and operate a "Handi‑Move".
• Has reliable transportation available when working, in order to transport self to work, meetings, and between sites.
• Able to transport clients safely, using agency provided lift‑equipped vehicles.
• Able to operate common household appliances including stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, iron, vacuum, clothes washer and dryer, etc.
• Able to work pre‑established hours, including weekends, based upon the needs of the program and clients.
• Able to apply conflict resolution skills sufficiently to refrain from behavior or conduct deemed offensive or undesirable.
• Courteous and cooperative manner.
• Able to organize time efficiently.